We've come a long way baby! Apparently the K2 brand of roller blades is the Rolls Royce of skates. My 16 year old grandson recently decided that he wanted to learn how to ice skate. I know, I know. Most kids this age already know how to skate, but I think today's kids are more into other things so never partook in the simple pleasures. This new found interest and talent made him want to excel so he is taking lessons. I have to admit that he is a quick learner when it is something that he really wants. So, just how did ice skating translate into roller blading?

Chris's skating progress. Before he got his new skates.

As he gained more confidence in ice skating, which you can see in this video after lesson 3, he decided to try roller skating....again. I know more than anyone that those wheels are much more challenging than blades, but much more convenient to grab your skates and go outside to skate in the road and pavement.
​Well, It was his 16th Birthday and this is what he wanted. What he wants, he gets. Hey, you are only 16 once in a lifetime.

Nothing can slow you down with theK2 F I T Pro 84 Inline Skate Its built around a D C Aluminum frame that is responsive and lets you get the most out of the 84mm wheels while still being light and paired with a Stability Plus Cuff for control and comfort The Original K2 Softboot has integrated arch and lateral support making it easier to keep the skates on longer and the Speed Lace system makes it easy to take off once youre ready to stop skating.

Off we go into the wild blue yonder. This beautifully made vintage clock makes me want to sing. My father, a WWII veteran would have gotten a real kick out of the whimsical Lares Domi antiqued finish Airplane style shelf clock. The expert craftsmanship of the quartz movement clock is evident in the design as well as the quiet movement and preciseness of this magnificent timepiece.

The decorative clock, sold on Amazon by Lishing, arrived quickly and it was well packaged. All parts meticulously wrapped. The propellers and landing gear (stand) have to be put on and the button battery tab removed but other than those few little details, the clock is assembled. It comes with a manual with instructions about set up as well as all hardware needed..

The Lares Domi airplane desk clock is worth much more than the Amazon cost. It is made well and it a great decorative and conversational piece. My college bound grandson aspires to be a Naval pilot. I think this clock would make an excellent gift.

These awesome inflatables are taking the internet by storm! I have seen them everywhere and wanted one. The yellow one fromQmagic was my choice of color and when inflated, reminds me of a banana. This is a very cool concept but design may need a little tweaking.
The idea is to have an instant lounger, or couch which, when deflated can fit in a small sack and is light enough to carry anywhere. No pumps or compressors needed to inflate as you use people power and wind power, which is where the issues arise.
There are two chambers, each having a very wide mouth through which the air enters.

In order to fully inflate the chambers, you will need a strong breeze. If the air is still as it was the day I tried this out, then you have to create it by running or spinning really fast. The video that I took was our first attempt at filling this thing up with air. Now that I can see the dynamic of the thing, I think a fan, vacuum cleaner or leaf blower would have made it easier. That being said, the beauty of this is that you don't need any of the modern conveniences to blow it up. If you are at a beach, you wouldn't have a leaf blower, would you? So it is fully intended to be wind powered.

The bag folds so compactly that it fits in this small shoulder bag. It is lightweight and easy to carry, yet when inflated, it is quite large.

Although it is designed to be light, the parachute type material is very strong. People use these as extra seating in a family room or outdoors, a float in a pool or a lounge by the pool or on the beach. It is very versatile and comfortable.. I look forward to new versions of this coming on the market. In the meantime, we shall practice our technique which I am sure we will be experts in no time.

Disclosure: I received the inflatable lounger from Qmagic for little or no cost in exchange for testing, evaluation and review.

The genuine imported leather men's wallet from Cy US Trading Company. is very elegant and spacious. The bifold wallet has 9 card slots, 3 bill compartments, an ID card window and 2 sim card holders. It is a lot of wallet.

ThePabojoe wallet is larger than most bi folds. It has more compartments as well. These days we have so many cards, credit cards, ID cards, access cards, club cards, discount cards, debit cards. It is handy to keep them all in one place. Especially nice to have an attractive wallet to keep them organized. The smooth leather has a deep rich color and that wonderful new leather smell. It is fully lined with a silky material. You can tell by the superb workmanship and stitching that the craftsmen who make this wallet takes pride in their work. There are a couple of things that I personally didn't care for which was the fact that there is no coin purse, however most people do use debit cards, If you should put any coins in the billfold section, they will fall out because there is a cut out which is there to enable easy folding. The second thing I want to mention is the two sd slot holders. I tried putting a standard camera sd card in it but it did not fit. Now maybe I could pull and stretch the leather but I did not want to damage it, so I used it for a key. It makes a great key holder!

As you can see from my pictures and video that this is a quality wallet that I have no hesitation recommending. When I give gift cards as gifts, I like to put them in a wallet and wrap it up so that they have something nice to open with a surprise inside. This wallet is perfect because it comes in a nice gift box,has a designer emblem and logo and also included is a really nice key chain, also leather.

Although I received a discount on the wallet, so that I can review it, I would purchase it again.

Men like sunglasses. It is a known fact. It makes them look mysterious and sexy, like a movie star or James Bond. They feel cool and it gives them confidence. Now women, on the other hand, love the style that it gives them. We have also been known to wear sunglasses to hide bloodshot eyes or puffiness but no matter your sex, a good pair of sunglasses is a must have.

The Menton Ezil sunglasses are made for a man but look pretty darn good on a woman too. I particularly like the coloring of these glasses. The frame is a bronze or copper color and the lenses also are bronze which complements them nicely. The frames look metallic, however they are a lightweight. The description says that they are metal, however they are so lightweight, I imagine they must be an aluminum alloy, but not certain. The nose clips are adjustable so that they do not slide down. The curvature of the lenses offers peripheral protection from damaging sun's rays. The polarization of the lenses offer anti glare and UV protection. They are very comfortable and fashionable. They come in a nice lined box with magnetic closure and a black drawstring storage pouch. They even included a microfiber cleaning cloth.

These glasses are an excellent choice for a Fathers day gift for Dad that won't break the bank!

When I was a kid, we did not have air conditioning in the classrooms. We would take a piece of loose leaf paper and fan fold it, using our creation to keep cool. The teacher would tell us that we would only get hotter exerting ourselves and she was correct, of course. Today, kids don't know how good they have it. So, you would think that air conditioning was enough but it's not. We all like to be cool no matter where we are so this is where this little invention from Bon Venu comes in handy. A cooling fan that does not run on human energy. It runs off of your cell phone!

This very simple, small device plugs right into your smart phone charging port and works off of your phone's battery. Don't worry, it uses very little power to run efficiently. As you can see from the photograph, it has both an android and iPhone type connection making it compatible with most phones. With a motor speed of 16,000 RPMs, the propeller really takes off and moves the air!

There are 2 things that I bothered me about this gadget. The first is that there is not an on and off switch. It turns on as soon as you plug it into your phone. The second is the fact that my Android phone has the port at the bottom so I have to turn the phone upside down or hold it up high to fan my face and I cannot use the phone while the fan is on.

I really like this little gadget. It is cute, colorful and really cool. It sells for about $11 on Amazon. I think it is worth the price.

I received the Bon Venu Micro usb fan for testing and evaluation purposes, All opinions expressed are my own.

What??? That is not a boom box that I hear? This speaker from SoundPEATS is a Dynamo! I have a few little portable speakers which are fine if I am in a quiet room but in a party atmosphere they are not really loud enough. This little waterproof speaker is loud, the sound is clear and quite precise. The fact that it is waterproof make it great for outdoors, camping, hiking, at the beach or outdoor barbecue or pool parties.
In addition to being waterproof, the speaker is shockproof. It has a bumper all around much like the Cell phone bumpers.

This speaker is Bluetooth enabled and easy to pair. It comes with a charging cable as well as an audio cable if you want to use it plugged into your phone. I especially like the fact that it has a sturdy wrist strap for portability and hanging.

I have never seen a multitool quite like this one. In addition to the standard tools, a knife, a Phillips and flathead screwdriver, a saw, a can opener and double-sided knife on one side, this one also has a hammer, axe head and plier on the other. I tell you, it's a toolbox in your hand. It has an attractive wooden handle and locking clip. It also comes with a heavy duty canvas pouch for storage and portability and safety cover on the axe.
This multitool is made of stainless steel and has a good bit of weight to it. In other words, it is no sissy tool.

The hatchet is very sharp and is great from cutting roots when pitching a tent. It is also good for cutting up kindling for a campfire. My husband has a toolbox full of tools but I have this multitool which fits in my purse and is always handy whenever I need it.

With Fathers Day around the corner, why not got Dad one of these all in one tools. It is unique and useful. Face it, tools are toys for men! I would definitely recommend this one!

Disclosure: I received the Rose Kuli Portable tool in exchange for testing, evaluation and unbiased review, which I have provided.

We have the robotic vacuum cleaners so why not a lawn mower for the yard? This lawnmower makes perfect sense and it does not cost anymore than a ride on mower, in fact, it is less and it does the work for you. I don't have one but I do want one! Just think of the time you would save cutting the grass, especially if you have a large lawn.

They thought of everything. I really would love to test this mower. If it works as good as the video shows then it would be well worth it. Reviews are 3.9 starts which could be better but I am really intrigued by this concept and wanted to share.

I am a huge fan of these VR glasses. I started my addiction with Google cardboard and have advanced to the more durable and comfortable variety. My problem is that every time I get a pair, someone in the family wants it so I cave in and then get another pair.

This new set from VR House is awesome. What I like about these VR glasses is that when you wear them in conjunction with the right app, it is like you are there, participating in whatever is going on inside the box. I have traveled to Europe and did sightseeing from the comfort of my sofa. No sore feet, no passport or plane travel needed. Sit back and enjoy your vacation.

When I was a kid, my parents took me to the NY Worlds Fair and I remember seeing some of the things that they said were going to be our future. Many of them came to fruition. I remember hearing that we would be able to immerse ourselves in a virtual reality world. I didn't fully understand then but I certainly do now. These are great for relaxation. They help to take your mind off of your worries. Want to ride on a roller coaster? How about scuba dive? Drive a race car? How about go into space and battle invaders? You get the picture!

This is a small taste of what the Eiffel Tower looks like through the VR glasses. Of course I was only able to video one side.

This is what the split screen looks like without the glasses.

​​The Virtual Reality Headset 3D VR Glasses Headset BOX sold by Szqdt on Amazon is lightweight and very comfortable. They have adjustable elastic bands which fasten with Velcro. The memory foam around the eyes contours on your facial curves giving a custom fit. The box accommodates iPhone and Android up to 6”. I have a Samsung S4 which is rather large; however it fit even with my bumper case. It was difficult to close completely though but without the case fit perfectly. There are several ways to adjust your viewing area. The two dials on the sides move the screen closer or further away which is great for those of us with not so perfect vision. You can adjust the viewing area so that you do not need to finagle the box while wearing eyeglasses. It also has an adjustment on the top which moves the eye sockets in for narrow faces or outward for a wider face. Each of the boxes that I have reviewed in the past has their own unique features. What I like about this one is the fact that there is actually a spring loaded adjustable clip inside the cover that secures your phone so that it does not move around. The VR glasses also came with a microfiber cleaning cloth, instruction booklet and a free gift of a phone ring (a ring that attaches to the back of your phone to use as a stand, hang or as extra security while holding your phone).

I am very happy with these VR glasses. They would make an excellent gift for Fathers day or graduation. I received the goggles for testing, evaluation and review. Based on my personal experience with these glasses, i would definitely recommend them.

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So many people come to my blog hoping to find a great gravy recipe or tips on making a great gravy. A fellow food blogger allowed me to share a link to My King Cook on how to make a great gravy., all types.